Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
1 cup

butter

softened

0.5 cup

confectioners sugar

sifted

1 tsp

vanilla

2.25 cup

flour

0.25 tsp

salt

0.75 cup

nuts

finely chopped

0.5 cup

confectioners sugar

for coating

Step 1
~3 min

Thoroughly mix butter, sugar, and vanilla.

Step 2
~3 min

Sift flour and salt together.

Step 3
~3 min

Blend flour and salt mixture into the butter mixture.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix in chopped nuts.

Step 5
~3 min

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 7
~3 min

Roll dough into 1-inch balls.

Step 8
~3 min

Place balls on an ungreased cookie sheet.

Step 9
~3 min

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until set but not browned.

Step 10
~3 min

While still warm, roll cookies in confectioners' sugar.

Step 11
~3 min

Cool completely.

Step 12
~3 min

Roll in confectioners' sugar again.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the nuts before chopping for enhanced flavor.

Do not overbake the cookies; they should be set but not brown.

For a smoother texture, use finely ground nuts.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Vanilla, butter)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Dust with extra confectioners' sugar just before serving.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Hot chocolate

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

Popular during holidays and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holidays
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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